Learn how to promote social change as a
Gender & Women's Studies major

Gender & Women's Studies students explore women's roles in art, literature, science and business; analyze current events; and go in depth to learn why our society looks at gender the way it does and what you can do about it. Together and individually, we develop theories and put them into practice through activism in a variety of forms.

Gender & Women's Studies is a place where you can exchange ideas and conceive of ways to transform our world. Can you imagine a more meaningful way to spend your education?

Is Gender & Women's Studies the right fit for me?
If you are passionate about putting an end to oppression in all forms, you should check out Gender & Women's Studies. Drop by our office, send us an email, or explore this website.

Our department is nationally and internationally known, and our Master's program was the first of its kind offered in the United States.

A degree in Gender & Women's Studies is amazingly practical. Our graduates go on to fulfilling and influential careers in law, social work, and education, just to name a few. Many become activists working for social change in a variety of settings. Hear what our alumni say »